Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) — Question 1037

What is the role of vSmart in a Cisco SD-WAN environment?

Answer options

• A. to establish secure control plane connections
• B. to monitor, configure, and maintain SD-WAN devices
• C. to provide secure data plane connectivity over WAN links
• D. to perform initial authentication of devices

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The vSmart controller is responsible for establishing secure control plane connections, allowing for the management of the SD-WAN environment. Options B, C, and D refer to other functions that are carried out by different components in the Cisco SD-WAN architecture, such as vManage or the WAN edge routers.